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Innovative Community Participation

Creative, flexible ways to join community life, learn new things and build social connections.

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Overview

About our Innovative Community Participation support

Community life should be open to everyone. Our Innovative Community Participation support takes a creative, flexible approach to helping you join in, learn new things and build real connections in mainstream community settings.

Rather than offering a set program, we look for opportunities that genuinely match your interests, whether that is a TAFE short course, a local club, volunteering, a creative project or a path towards work.

The aim is lasting participation: building the confidence, skills and relationships that help you stay involved long after the first session.

Who this support is for

People who want to try something new outside traditional disability programs
Participants looking to build skills, friendships or work readiness
Anyone who wants to be more involved in their local community
People who have found group programs are not the right fit

What's included

How we can help

Exploring your interests

Discover clubs, classes and opportunities that match what you love doing.

Courses and learning

Support to join TAFE short courses, community college classes or workshops.

Volunteering

Find meaningful ways to contribute with local organisations and charities.

Pathways to work

Build skills and confidence that can lead towards work experience or employment.

Creative projects

Take part in art, music, media and other creative pursuits in the community.

Building friendships

Encouragement to connect with people who share your interests.

Our approach

How we deliver this support

Your interests lead

We start with what excites you, then find the right place to pursue it.

Mainstream settings

We focus on everyday community places, alongside people of all abilities.

Lasting participation

We build your confidence so you can keep participating with less support over time.

Outcomes

What this support works towards

New interests, skills and experiences
Stronger social connections
A greater sense of belonging
More confidence in community settings

Getting started

Three simple steps

1
Get in touch

Send an enquiry or request a call back about this service.
2
Have a chat

We talk about your goals, your plan and how you like support delivered.
3
Start your support

We agree a schedule, match your worker and get started.

NDIS funding

How this support is funded

This support is usually funded from the Core – Assistance with Social, Economic and Community Participation budget in your NDIS plan. Every plan is different, so we will check your plan with you and explain costs before your support starts.

Prices follow the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits. Everyday living costs, such as rent, groceries and entry fees, are not usually covered by NDIS funding.

FAQs

Common questions

What makes this support “innovative”?

It goes beyond standard programs. Support is designed around your interests and focuses on taking part in mainstream community activities, with the aim of building lasting connections.

Does my plan cover course or membership fees?

NDIS funding covers the support to participate, not usually the cost of fees, tickets or memberships. We can help you plan for these costs.

Can I do this alongside other community supports?

Yes. Many participants combine this with other social and community participation supports, depending on their goals and plan.

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